S.O.S. (Stories of Service) - Ordinary people who do extraordinary work
From the little league coach to the former addict helping those still struggling, hear from people from all walks of life how they show up as a vessel for service and drive for transformational change. Hosted by Theresa Carpenter, a 29-year active duty U.S. naval officer who found service was the path to unlocking trauma and unleashing your inner potential.
Episodes
228 episodes
Hots&Cots: The App Giving Military a Voice with Rob Evans | S.O.S. #218
When you're a young service member preparing for your first PCS, finding honest information about where you'll live and eat can be nearly impossible. Military barracks and dining facilities remain one of the most significant blind spots in our ...
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From Bobsled to Baghdad: Active Duty Marine Riley Tejcek | S.O.S. #217
What happens when you refuse to let the world put you in a box? Marine Corps officer Riley Compton reveals the extraordinary journey that unfolded when she decided to pursue every passion without limitation.Riley's story begins in the M...
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Inside the Mind of a Military Psychiatrist with Dr. Robert Marietta | S.O.S. #216
Military psychiatrist Dr. Robert Moretta exposes the hidden flaws in our armed forces’ mental healthcare system—where administrative convenience often trumps genuine healing. From the overuse of adjustment and personality disorder diagnoses to ...
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Battlefield to Brotherhood | Aaron Love - S.O.S. #215
What happens when a warrior who's dedicated to never leaving anyone behind is forced to witness a fellow airman lost at sea? Aaron Love's journey from elite Air Force Pararescueman to outspoken veterans advocate reveals the profound cost of ser...
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When The System Turns On Its Own | Doug James - S.O.S. #214
What happens when a system designed to protect our warriors becomes their greatest threat? In this powerful conversation, retired Air Force Colonel Doug James exposes the devastating impact of false allegations in military justice—a crisis he k...
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Inside 500 Military Cases of False Allegations with Investigator Mike Conzachi | S.O.S #213
The military justice system is failing our warriors through a perfect storm of bias, incompetence, and political pressure. In this eye-opening episode, Mike Konzachi—Army veteran, retired homicide detective, and private investigator—pulls back ...
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From Shadowland to Freedom: Frank Soonius | S.O.S. #212
In this powerful episode, Frank Sunius takes us on a remarkable journey—from a difficult childhood in Amsterdam to wrongful imprisonment in Australia, and ultimately, to his rebirth as an inspirational speaker and author.Born to a mother...
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The DeRito Act and the Fight for Military Justice | Adam DeRito- S.O.S #211
In this powerful and eye-opening conversation, decorated veteran and military justice reform advocate Adam DeRito takes us through his remarkable journey from Air Force Academy cadet to the frontlines of a battle few civilians understand: the f...
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From Battlefield to Policy | Troy D. Carico - S.O.S #210
The remarkable journey from combat Infantry officer to veteran advocate unfolds as Troy Carrico shares his extraordinary path of service beyond the battlefield. A highly decorated, service-connected disabled Army veteran, Troy reveals how child...
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The Silent Warriors: How False Accusations Destroy Military Careers | Darin Lopez - S.O.S. #209
What happens when political pressure infiltrates military justice? Navy veteran Darin Lopez and retired Navy SEAL Keith Barry pull back the curtain on one of the most troubling chapters in modern military history - a period when false accusatio...
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Lauren Palladini’s Fight for Justice in Military Medicine | S.O.S. #208
“It doesn’t matter, you can’t sue anyway.”From Battlefield to Birth Trauma: Lauren Palladini’s Fight for Justice in Military MedicineThis week’s guest, Lauren Palladini, is a former paratrooper with the 82nd Airborne Division wh...
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From Combat to Corporate: Dr. Michael Hackney on Leadership, Change & Service Beyond the Uniform | S.O.S. #207
In this powerful episode of Stories of Service, host Theresa Carpenter sits down with Dr. Michael Hackney—Army veteran, business leader, coach, and author—to explore the dynamic intersections of military service, organizational leadership, and ...
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A Navy SEAL’s Battle for Justice in Big Law | Bill Brown - S.O.S. #206
In this episode, Stories of Service host Theresa Carpenter talks with Navy SEAL veteran Bill Brown and his attorney Chris D’Alessandro about Bill’s firing from McCarter & English. What began with a LinkedIn post reveals a deeper st...
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Guilty Until Proven Innocent | Arvis Owens - S.O.S. #205
The U.S. military justice system was designed to uphold discipline and integrity—but what happens when it becomes a tool for political agendas instead of truth?In this powerful and eye-opening episode, former Navy Commander Arvis Owens ...
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Flagged and Forgotten | Ricki Laahs - S.O.S. #204
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Ricki Laahs, a United States Marine Corps veteran whose career journey spans from military network administration to critical care nursing—and whose personal story raises urgent questions about civil l...
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From whistleblower to cyber advocate | Paul Pearson - S.O.S. #203
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Paul Pearson, a seasoned IT professional and mission-driven leader whose journey took a life-altering turn after he unintentionally blew the whistle while contracting for the Department of Defense. Wha...
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Leadership Beyond Rank: Neil Jurd Returns to S.O.S. #202
Back by popular demand, Neil Jurd OBE returns to Stories of Service to explore leadership, service, and the changing needs of those who lead—both in and out of uniform.A former British Army officer and Sandhurst instructor, Neil...
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From adversity to advocacy | Chris Greco - S.O.S. #201
In today’s episode, we sit down with Chris Greco — a dedicated father, husband, and executive performance coach whose journey is as inspiring as it is instructive. Known for his unwavering faith, grit, and perseverance, Chris brings a boundless...
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A Broken System: One Officer’s Fight for Accountability in the Armed Forces | S.O.S. #200
***Apologies for the sound. Thankfully, it's fixed after a few minutes in.***Imagine dedicating 30 years to the Air Force, retiring with honors, and returning to serve again—only to be abruptly terminated without explanation. Publicly sh...
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From Warzones to Wagging Tails: The Journey of Christopher Lamy | S.O.S. #199
In this in-person episode of Stories of Service, Theresa Carpenter speaks with Christopher Lamy—veteran, dog trainer, and her SkillBridge provider—about his journey from Air Force K-9 handler to community advocate. Growing up as the ol...
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Rewiring the mind | Rob Sweetman - S.O.S. #198
Can a Navy SEAL serve in our toughest military roles, launch multiple companies, speak hard truths, and still have the heart to lead a movement in wellness? Rob Sweetman is living proof.In this episode, I sit down with Rob — a former Na...
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Guarding the Guardsmen: Andy Lindstrom’s Pro Se Fight for Justice - S.O.S. #197
In this powerful episode, we follow Sgt. Andrew “Andy” Lindstrom — a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and former Nevada National Guardsman — as he takes on the military establishment in a courageous solo legal battle.After reporting military se...
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Combat to Comedy: Lt. Col. (Ret.) Robin “Phoenix” Johnson | S.O.S. #195
This week, we're joined by Lt. Col. (Ret.) Robin "Phoenix" Johnson—combat veteran, international comedian, and leadership expert. With 20+ years in the U.S. Army and five combat deployments, Robin now uses humor to inspire and lead across...
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Resilience in Action: The Inspiring Journey of T.Shane Johnson | S.O.S. #194
In this powerful episode, we sit down with T.Shane Johnson—U.S. Marine Corps veteran, entrepreneur, motivational speaker, and best-selling author. T.Shane opens up about his extraordinary journey from surviving a brutal gang attack and homeless...
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From Special Forces to Storytelling with Randall Surles - S.O.S. #193
This week’s guest is Randall Surles—a retired Sergeant Major with over 40 years of experience bridging elite military service and the literary world. From leading missions as an infantryman in the 75th Ranger Regiment and a Green Beret, to craf...
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